NP/PA – Cardiothoracic Surgery – Duluth, MN
Company websiteessentiahealth.org (Essentia Health, opens in new tab)
Base salary $131,373 to $183,934
Employer-published annual base salary, USD. Advertised base range in Duluth, MN
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- LocationDuluth, MN
- WorkplaceWorkplace not stated
- Status at last checkSource accepting applications when checked
- Last checked (1 h ago) · observed since
About this job
Building Location:
Building B - St Marys Medical CenterDepartment:
2891370 CARDIOVASCULAR - THORACIC SURG - SMMC HVCJob Description:
Utilizes advanced health assessment, knowledge, and decision making skills, works independently and in collaboration with physicians and other health care professionals. Provides health care to individuals and families, emphasizing health promotion and disease prevention. They may care for patients ranging in age from newborn to elderly as noted in age-related category and area of expertise.Education Qualifications:
PRACTICE SPECIFICS:
- Candidate would be joining a complex surgery team consisting of 4 APPs who are paired with 3 MD’s.
- This is a clinic and hospital-based role, allowing our physicians to maintain surgical access while increasing access to care for our clinic patients.
- This essential position will help ensure walk-in, procedure follow-up, and wound care patients have immediate access to care in the clinic.
- 80% Hospital and 20% Clinical
- 1.0 FTE
- Typical schedule: M-F
- Weekend and call rotation: 1:4
- OR experience is preferred
Apply online at www.essentiahealth.org/careers
For more information contact:
Alissa Notenberg, Physician and Advanced Practice Recruiter
Email: [email protected]
Hired candidates may be eligible to receive additional compensation in the form of bonuses, quality incentives or production-based compensation.
Essentia Health is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, sexual identity, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran Status.
Licensure/Certification Qualifications:
NP:
Current licensure as a registered nurse in appropriate state.
Current licensure as a Nurse Practitioner in appropriate state.
Current certification in CPR.
National certification in applicable area.
Successful completion of Essentia Health credentialing process prior to practice
PA:
Current licensure as a physician assistant in appropriate state.
Current certification in CPR.
National certification.
Successful completion of Essentia Health credentialing process prior to practice
FTE:
1Possible Remote/Hybrid Option:
Shift Rotation:
Day Rotation (United States of America)Shift Start Time:
Shift End Time:
Weekends:
YesHolidays:
NoCall Obligation:
NoUnion:
Union Posting Deadline:
Compensation Range:
$131,372.80 - $183,934.40Employee Benefits at Essentia Health:
At Essentia Health, we’re committed to supporting your well-being, growth, and work-life balance. Our comprehensive benefits include medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, along with supplemental options to fit your needs. We offer a 401(k) plan with employer contributions to help you plan for the future, and we invest in your professional development through training, tuition reimbursement, and educational programs. To help you thrive both at work and at home, we provide flexible scheduling, generous time off, and wellness resources focused on your physical, mental, and emotional health. Please note that benefit eligibility may vary. For full details, refer to your benefit summary or contact our HR Service Center at (218) 576-0000.Source: Essentia Health on Workday · View original posting (opens in new tab)
Pay in context
This role's base floor ($131,373) is above 34% of the 112 Healthcare Clinical roles in Minnesota listed on this site. Their median floor is $181,350; the middle half runs from $125,000 to $275,000.
Only jobs on this site count, and each one publishes a base salary of $100,000 or more, so this compares six-figure jobs with each other, not with the whole market. Computed Nov 8, 2026.
This listingNP/PA – Cardiothoracic Surgery – Duluth, MN$131,373 to $183,934
NP/PA - Urology - Duluth, MN$121,368 to $169,915
NP/PA - General Surgery - Duluth, MN$121,368 to $169,915
NP/PA - Orthopedic Trauma - Duluth, MN$121,368 to $169,915
PNP - Pediatrics - Duluth, MN$120,848 to $169,187
NP/PA - Internal Medicine - Bismarck, ND$120,848 to $169,187
NP/PA: Internal Medicine - Ashland, WI$120,848 to $169,187
Chart as a table
| Role | Published base |
|---|---|
| NP/PA – Cardiothoracic Surgery – Duluth, MN (this listing) | $131,373 - $183,934 |
| NP/PA - Urology - Duluth, MN | $121,368 - $169,915 |
| NP/PA - General Surgery - Duluth, MN | $121,368 - $169,915 |
| NP/PA - Orthopedic Trauma - Duluth, MN | $121,368 - $169,915 |
| PNP - Pediatrics - Duluth, MN | $120,848 - $169,187 |
| NP/PA - Internal Medicine - Bismarck, ND | $120,848 - $169,187 |
| NP/PA: Internal Medicine - Ashland, WI | $120,848 - $169,187 |
Observed changes
- First observed on the employer's board
- Began meeting the published-salary criteria
- Observed since
- Employer-stated posting date
- 2026-08-26
Where this pay comes from
Location as the employer wrote it: Duluth, MN
$131,372.80 - $183,934.40
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- The pay is an annual base salary in US dollars with a minimum of at least $100,000.
- The role was publicly listed on the employer's job board when last checked.
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